Sri Lankan duo’s unknown world medalsby Reemus FernandoIt was a time when Sri Lanka had in possession some of Asia’s best sprinters. While Sugath and Rohan competed in the relay, Susanthika Jayasinghe competed in women’s 100 metres to win the bronze which was upgraded to silver years later. Why USA were disqualifiedThe World Athletics’ (formerly IAAF) quadrennial event featured Americas, Africa, Asia, USA, Great Britain, Oceania, Germany and Europe. USA clocked 2:59.21 in winning the gold medal and the lucrative cash award. World Athletics and the International Olympic Committee stripped off the gold medals won by US teams involving Pettigrew.

Source: The Nation November 20, 2020 00:00 UTC